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Hello! I’m Martin, the creator behind Martin’s Mayhem.
I have been making handmade cards since the age of 12 following a gift of a card making kit from my parents. Now I live with my partner and our Boston Terrier Winnie in Redditch, UK. Making cards breaks up the monotonous life of working 9-5. I hope you enjoy my little bit of crafting mayhem.

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Serve Up a Sweet Greeting with Concord & 9th’s Pickleball Pals Bundle

Celebrate in Style with Concord & 9th’s Pennant Party Bundle

Create a Bright and Cheerful Card with Concord & 9th’s Sunshine & Rainbows Dies

Create a Bold & Fun Card with Concord & 9th’s Roll With It Bundle

I’m Guest Designing for Concord & 9th’s May Release!

Create an Elegant Floral Card with Altenew’s Build-A-Garden: Tranquil Trail

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🎾 I dink you're going to LOVE this one! I had 🎾 I dink you're going to LOVE this one!

I had so much fun creating this playful card using the new Pickleball Pals Bundle from @concordand9th. With bold patterns, cute florals, and that sentiment — how could I resist?

This set is packed with personality and perfect for friendship cards with a sporty twist. I paired gingham and polka dots for a bright, cheerful look and added a few daisies for that finishing touch. 🌼

Let me know — have you ever played pickleball? Or just love the look of those cute paddles?

🛒 Supply list detailed on my website!

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Did you know you can use your dies to create custo Did you know you can use your dies to create custom masks?

In this reel, I’m sharing how I used the Pennant Party Die from @concordand9th with masking paper to create this bold starburst background. Simply die cut multiple masks, position them around the centre point, and blend over with Midnight ink for a dramatic, radiating effect.

It’s a super easy technique that adds loads of impact — perfect for making your sentiment pop!

This background was the base for the “YAY! You Did It” card I shared recently — swipe back to see how it all came together.

Have you used dies this way before? Let me know below!

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Celebration mode: ON 🎉 I’m so excited to shar Celebration mode: ON 🎉
I’m so excited to share this bold and vibrant card using the Pennant Party Bundle from @concordand9th — part of their amazing May release!

I had so much fun creating the starburst effect using the pennant die as a mask, blending out with Midnight ink, then layering up the “YAY!” pennant for maximum impact. And yes… that tiny red heart is doing a lot of emotional lifting ❤️

This one’s perfect for graduations, promotions, or just telling someone you’re proud of them.

🛒 You can shop the bundle via the link in my bio — thank you for supporting me through affiliate links!

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This card is all about sunshine, smiles, and soft This card is all about sunshine, smiles, and soft ink blending using the fabulous Sunshine & Rainbows Dies from @concordand9th’s May release.

I kept the colour palette cool and calming, using Harbour cardstock and ink to create a smooth ombré background. The clouds have a subtle hint of Pebble ink for extra depth—and that sentiment? It really does say it all: hello sunshine.

This set is one you’ll be reaching for again and again—whether you’re crafting encouragement cards, happy mail, or just because.

🔗 Link in bio or visit:
https://martinsmayhem.co.uk/2025/05/create-a-bright-and-cheerful-card-with-concord-9ths-sunshine-rainbows-dies.html

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I’m thrilled to be one of the Guest Designers fo I’m thrilled to be one of the Guest Designers for Concord & 9th’s May Release – and I’m kicking things off with this bold and brilliant card using the Roll With It Bundle!

I went full retro with a rainbow backdrop made from Fig, Aqua Sky, Starfruit, Clementine, and Honeysuckle cardstock – the perfect combo to show off those adorable die-cut roller skates. Add in a touch of shine, a scattering of stars, and that empowering sentiment, and you’ve got yourself a card that’s ready to roll!

Catch the full step-by-step tutorial over on the blog – link in bio!

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